Description
| Product ID: | 9781032325767 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | Teaching Multicultural Children’s Literature in a Diverse Society |
| Subtitle: | From a Historical Perspective to Instructional Practice |
| Authors: | Author: AnnMarie Alberton Gunn, Susan, V. Bennett |
| Page Count: | 270 |
| Subjects: | Bilingualism and multilingualism, Bilingualism & multilingualism, Literature: history and criticism, Language teaching theory and methods, Moral and social purpose of education, Educational strategies and policy, Primary and middle schools, Secondary schools, Teacher training, Teachers’ classroom resources and material, Educational material, Literature: history & criticism, Applied linguistics for ELT, Moral & social purpose of education, Multicultural education, Primary & middle schools, Secondary schools, Teacher training, Teachers' classroom resources & material, Educational material |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating Providing foundational information on how and why to integrate diverse children's literature into the classroom, this book presents a historical perspective on cultural groups in the United States and context for how to teach children's literature in a way that reflects and sustains students' rich cultural backgrounds. This textbook is a comprehensive resource for teaching multicultural children’s literature. Providing foundational information on how and why to integrate diverse children’s literature into the classroom, this book presents a necessary historical perspective on cultural groups in the United States and context for how to teach children’s literature in a way that reflects and sustains students’ rich cultural backgrounds. The historical insights and context on diverse cultural groups at the heart of the book allow readers to deepen their understanding of why teaching about cultural diversity is necessary for effective and inclusive education. Part I offers foundational information on how to teach children’s literature in a diverse society, and Part II overviews pedagogy, resources, and guidance for teaching specific culturally and linguistically marginalized groups. Each chapter contains book recommendations, discussion questions, and additional resources for teachers. With authentic strategies and crucial background knowledge embedded in each chapter, this text is essential reading for pre-service and in-service teachers and is ideal for courses in children’s literature, literacy methods instruction, and multicultural education. |
| Imprint Name: | Routledge |
| Publisher Name: | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2023-03-28 |
